Noname Makes Her TV Debut on The Late Show
She performed “Blaxploitation,” “Prayer Song,” and “Don’t Forget About Me.”
Noname was the musical guest on The Late Show and performed cuts off her Room 25 LP, which consisted of “Blaxploitation,” “Prayer Song,” and “Don’t Forget About Me.” You can check out the video above.
Earlier this week Noname revealed that she’ss changing the artwork to Room 25 after the artist behind the image, Chicago-based Bryant Giles, was accused of domestic abuse and rape on social media over the weekend. It was later discovered on Chicago Police Department website that records show that 21-year-old Giles was arrested on Oct. 8 and charged with domestic battery and bodily harm.
“In light of recent allegations, I will be working to replace the cover artwork of Room 25,” Noname tweeted on Monday. “I do not and will not support abusers, and I will always stand up for victims and believe their stories. My heart goes out to Ellie, her family, and all survivors of abuse.”
“Ellie” is a reference to Ellie Danisch, the woman Giles is accused of abusing. The allegation came to light because of a third party on Twitter.
In light of recent allegations, I will be working to replace the cover artwork of Room 25. I do not and will not support abusers, and I will always stand up for victims and believe their stories. My heart goes out to Ellie, her family, and all survivors of abuse.
— Noname (@noname) October 15, 2018
